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Hosit FCM Injection

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Product introduction

Hosit FCM Injection is an iron replacement product. It is used to treat a type of anemia where you have too few red blood cells because you have too little iron in your body (iron-deficiency anaemia). Iron is needed to produce the red blood cells that carry oxygen around your body.

Hosit FCM Injection is generally given by a doctor or nurse. You should not self-administer this medicine at home. You will be watched carefully to make sure you do not have an allergic reaction. Your doctor will decide how many doses you need and how many injections you should have to improve your anemia. Depending on the cause of your anemia, it may help to eat a well-balanced diet that has enough iron, vitamins, and minerals. Good sources of iron include meat, eggs, raisins, broccoli, and lentils.

The most common side effects include vomiting, nausea, constipation, and dark-colored stools. Most of these usually go away within a short time. If you are bothered by them or they go on for longer, talk to your doctor or nurse.

Before taking it, tell your doctor if you have rheumatoid arthritis, asthma or other allergies, high blood pressure, or liver problems. This may affect your treatment. It is not known whether this medicine is safe for use if you are pregnant or breastfeeding so please take advice from your doctor. You will have tests to check your blood cells and iron levels, monitor your progress and check for side effects. It may be advisable to limit alcohol during treatment.

Uses of Hosit FCM Injection

Benefits of Hosit FCM Injection

In Iron deficiency anemia

Anemia is a condition where your body does not have enough red blood cells to carry oxygen around your body. If you do not have enough iron from the foods you eat (because of poor nutrition or poor absorption of the mineral), your body will produce fewer red blood cells and can cause anemia. Hosit FCM Injection is an iron replacement product. It can boost your levels of red blood cells and reduce the symptoms of anemia such as tiredness and weakness. This medicine is given as an injection by a doctor or nurse. You should not have this medicine if your anemia is not caused by a lack of iron.

Side effects of Hosit FCM Injection

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Hosit FCM

  • Vomiting
  • Dark colored stool
  • Nausea
  • Constipation
  • Diarrhea
  • Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)

How to use Hosit FCM Injection

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

How Hosit FCM Injection works

Hosit FCM Injection is a combination of of iron and vitamin C. Iron works by replenishing the iron stores in your body and corrects iron deficiency anemia. Vitamin C (ascorbate) is added to enhance the absorption of iron in the body.

Safety advice

Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Hosit FCM Injection.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Hosit FCM Injection is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Hosit FCM Injection is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Hosit FCM Injection alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CAUTION
Hosit FCM Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Hosit FCM Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Hosit FCM Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Hosit FCM Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Hosit FCM Injection?

If you miss a dose of Hosit FCM Injection, please consult your doctor.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine

Quick tips

  • Hosit FCM Injection is given to treat anemia due to iron deficiency.
  • It is better to take Hosit FCM Injection after a meal in order to reduce stomach discomfort.
  • Let your doctor know if you are taking any antibiotics.
  • Inform your doctor if you have any gastrointestinal disorders like peptic ulcer disease or ulcerative colitis.
  • Iron supplements can make your stools look darker in color. This is completely harmless.
  • Hosit FCM Injection can cause constipation, try to eat a well-balanced diet and drink several glasses of water each day.
     

Fact Box

Chemical Class
L-Ascorbic acid, iron complex
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
GYNAECOLOGICAL
Action Class
Haemopoetic agents

Patient concerns

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Iron deficiency anemia, typhoid
Dr. Pushkar Mani
Physician
What medicine u taking for thatSince when u have these problem
Taking Hosit for B12 deficiency from a year after gallbladder removal.B12 is now above 800 & having burning/ tickling in fingers/ toes & slight neck pain.Doing 5 km walk daily plus yoga only from 1 month. Sugar etc is normal & BP normal with tabs. Is it due to side effect of Hosit ? & I am a vegetarian but can take eggs/milk/ cereals.
Dr. Anshul Varshney
Physician
Hello, Welcome to 1mg. I am Anshul Varshney for your help. You would need to stop Vitamin B12 supplement. You need evaluation for other causes of Peripheral Neuropathy like Diabetes, Thyroid. Good Luck.
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FAQs

Q. How long can I take Hosit FCM Injection for?

Hosit FCM Injection is advised in patients with iron deficiency or iron deficient anemia till the haemoglobin level becomes normal. Please consult your doctor regarding its proper use.

Q. Can I take Hosit FCM Injection for anemia and iron deficiency?

Yes, Hosit FCM Injection is recommended for iron deficiency anemia. It is not recommended for other types of anemia. Take Hosit FCM Injection in the dose and duration advised by your doctor.

Q. What types of food items should I take other than Hosit FCM Injection?

You can consume food items that are rich in iron content (like red meat, pork, poultry, seafood or beans, dark green leafy vegetables (like spinach), dried fruit (raisins and apricots), iron-fortified cereals, breads and pastas, peas). Iron supplements (tablets or capsules) available at pharmacy stores are to be used for iron deficient anemia. Always consult your doctor regarding its proper use.

Q. Can I take iron with vitamin C/ Vitamin D/ multivitamin/ folic acid?

Yes, iron and vitamin C/ Vitamin D/ multivitamin/ folic acid can be taken together. Taking vitamin C and iron together helps the body absorb the iron. Always consult your doctor before using Hosit FCM Injection.

Q. Can I take Hosit FCM Injection with zinc?

No, Hosit FCM Injection may alter the absorption of zinc, if given together. Therefore, it is advisable not to take Hosit FCM Injection with zinc.

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References

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  2. ScienceDirect. Ferrous Ascorbate. [Accessed 07 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  3. Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO). [Accessed 07 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link

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Name: Emcure Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Address: 255/2, Hinjawadi, Pune - 411057, India
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: August, 2024

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